Planting a Vegetable Garden for Spring

Summary: Eating homegrown tomatoes is a special treat, especially when they come from you own garden. But starting your own garden is no easy chore. It takes planning, dedication and hard work. And without the proper planning, your dedication and hard work may amount to nothing. Knowing when and what to plant in your vegetable garden goes a long way toward determining the success of your gardening endeavor.

In this series of free gardening tips, our horticulture expert will tell you how to plant the perfect garden. David Rodriguez tells you where to plant, how to prepare the land and gives you advice for raising the land with railroad ties for better irrigation. He discusses the ideal bed width and the right compost mix and mulch for your garden. Not sure how often to water? Wondering about the best fertilizer? Learn how to till and nurse your vegetable garden to get the ideal results. Watch these excellent videos and you'll be enjoying fresh vegetables from your very own garden in no time at all!